Your waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) indicates body fat distribution. Healthy WHR: Men below 0.90, Women below 0.85. Higher ratios indicate more abdominal fat which is linked to cardiovascular disease risk. Measure waist at the narrowest point and hips at the widest point, both in cm.
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📏 Waist to Hip Ratio Calculator
Calculate your waist-to-hip ratio to assess health risk from body fat distribution. Measures abdominal obesity linked to heart disease and diabetes.
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Uses WHO waist-to-hip ratio guidelines. Free for health-conscious individuals. No sign-up needed.
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WHR = Waist circumference / Hip circumference
WHO risk categories applied by gender
Shows risk level and health implications
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is a healthy waist-to-hip ratio?▼
WHO guidelines: Men — low risk below 0.90, high risk above 1.0. Women — low risk below 0.80, high risk above 0.85. The WHR is a better predictor of cardiovascular risk than BMI alone because it measures fat distribution. Abdominal fat (apple shape) is more dangerous than hip/thigh fat (pear shape).
How do I measure waist and hips correctly?▼
Waist: measure at the narrowest point, usually just above the belly button, while relaxed (not holding breath). Hips: measure at the widest point of the buttocks. Both should be measured over minimal clothing. Take measurements in the morning for consistency. Measure twice and use the average.
WHO guidelines: Men — low risk below 0.90, high risk above 1.0. Women — low risk below 0.80, high risk above 0.85. The WHR is a better predictor of cardiovascular risk than BMI alone because it measures fat distribution. Abdominal fat (apple shape) is more dangerous than hip/thigh fat (pear shape).
How do I measure waist and hips correctly?▼
Waist: measure at the narrowest point, usually just above the belly button, while relaxed (not holding breath). Hips: measure at the widest point of the buttocks. Both should be measured over minimal clothing. Take measurements in the morning for consistency. Measure twice and use the average.